Uncommon sea turtle eggs taken from Southern California beaches before Hurricane Polo
A strong hurricane headed for Southern California this weekend is prompting scientists to quickly search for rare sea turtle eggs on local beaches and move them to safety. Teams from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service took action on Friday as Hurricane Polo, a category 5 storm brewing off the western coast of Mexico, continues […]
Thousands of volunteers gather on LA beaches for a large coastal cleanup.
In Los Angeles County, thousands of volunteers swapped their typical Saturday activities for a day of service, grabbing buckets and trash bags to tidy up the beaches. This initiative was part of Heal the Bay’s 37th annual Coastal Cleanup Day, featuring over 60 locations across the county for individuals to lend a hand. At both […]
Increase in shark sightings at Maine beaches this summer
A summer of shark sightings in Maine Authorities are advising beachgoers to exercise caution in the water after multiple white sharks have been observed on camera. Researchers have noted an increase in white shark sightings this year, which may be attributed to favorable beach weather and a rise in the number of people actively seeking […]
Alert issued for nine well-known beaches throughout Los Angeles
On Wednesday, beaches in Los Angeles received multiple alerts due to concerns over water safety, often referred to as a “silent killer.” The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued a warning about seawater, noting that there are “elevated levels of bacteria that exceed state health standards.” Affected coastal areas include popular spots […]
Feces on the Beaches: Ceuta’s Health System Faces ‘Collapse’
Health Crisis in Ceuta Amid Migrant Surge A troubling health situation is developing in Ceuta, a Spanish autonomous region, as reports indicate that groups of illegal immigrants are leaving trash and even feces on the city’s beaches and in schools, leading to unsanitary conditions. Last month, over 72,000 illegal migrants crossed from Morocco, prompting health […]
D-Day Beaches in France Recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Historic Sites Added to World Heritage List SEOUL, South Korea – The World War II D-Day landing beaches in northern France, along with Greece’s famed Mount Olympus, were officially included on the World Heritage List during a recent United Nations committee meeting in Busan. The UNESCO commission, which is set to meet until Wednesday, also […]
Beaches shut down and sandbags prepared as Tropical Storm Bertha nears the Gulf Coast
On Wednesday, communities along the U.S. Gulf Coast prepared for Tropical Storm Bertha by setting up sandbags and closing beaches. The storm was expected to bring flooding and high winds, impacting areas from the Florida Panhandle to Louisiana. According to Michael Buchanan, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Louisiana, the primary concern was […]
Europeans are upset about Team USA reacquiring Balogun, America put in effort for the 4th, and beaches are not as great as people think.
Monday Morning Thoughts Post-Holiday So, how’s everyone feeling this Monday morning after the Fourth of July weekend? Honestly, I’m a bit groggy. And while there’s talk of possible historic rain near Lake Erie today, I’m nonetheless excited for Monday’s Screencap. Right now, we’re in a lull between major sports events—the World Cup is in a […]
Warning against swimming at 5 NYC beaches for July 4
NYC Beaches Under Advisory Amid Heat Wave Several beaches in New York City are now under advisories due to an ongoing heat wave, particularly as the Fourth of July weekend approaches. This advisory indicates that the water at the affected beaches has elevated levels of bacteria. The Health Department has advised against swimming or engaging […]
Swimming warnings at New Jersey beaches due to high fecal bacteria levels
Several swimming areas in New Jersey are currently under close watch after water quality tests revealed high levels of fecal bacteria. As of June 21, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has put out swimming advisories for five coastal spots in Ocean and Cape May counties. This advisory was issued mainly due to […]